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Safety Rules and Operating • Adjustments Instructions before first use of • Operation this product. • Maintenance Customer Help Line: 1-800-932-3188 • Parts List ® Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Visit the Craftsman web page: www.sears.com/craftsman 972000-481 10-00...
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16-17 • Parts Ordering / Service ..........................FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN OSCILLATING SANDER If this rRWI=TSMRH Oscillating Sander fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair it free of charge.
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The purpose of safety symbols Is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The Instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevenUon measures.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued) footwear Is recommended. Wear protective hair • DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to covering to contain long hair. disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. • ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS.
It is also difficult to identify whether or not a paint WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL contains lead. Therefore, we recommend the following CRAFTSMAN REPLACEMENT PARTS. precautions when sanding all paints: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
following labels are on the oscillating sander with locations indicated. Oscillating Sander Double Insulated 2000 RPM 110-120VOLTS ACONLY 60Hz 3.SAMPS MODEL 315.215700 WARNING: us= o_y_ _PARTS. Customer Help Line 1-800-932-3188 WARNING ADVERTENCIA • Do notremovethis cover;No serviceable parts inside. • No sacar estatapa: No hayningunapieza en el interiorque puedaser reparadapor el usuario.
following recommended accessories are currently available at selected Sears Retail Stores. SANDING SLEEVES Item No. Description Quantity 28050 3 ea. 1/2 in. x 4-1/2 in. Sanding Sleeve 50 Grit Coarse 28051 3 ea. 1/2 in. x 4-1/2 in. Sanding Sleeve 80 Grit Medium 28052 1/2 in.
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Youroscillating s ander has been shipped completely LOOSEPARTS assembled and ready to use with a 1 in. rubber spindle (PROVIDEDWITHTHISSANDER) and 80 grit sanding sleeve installed on the spindle. THROATPLATES Inspect it carefully to make sure it is not damage and that no parts are missing.
Youroscillating s ander hasbeen TABLE SIZE designed for fast smooth sanding of curved and irregular shaped wood The sanding table provides ample sanding space for surfaces. When used properly and only for what it is most workpieces. The table top is 20 in. long x 14 in. intended, this versatile sander will give you years of wide.
KNOWYOUROSCILLATINGSANDER Before attempting t o useanytool, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. See Figure 3. RUBBERSPINDLEAND SANDINGSLEEVESTORAGEAREA 9/16in, SPINDLE THROATPLATES HEXNUT TABLETOP UPPERSPINDLEWASHER THROAT (THREESUPPUED) PLATE 5/8 In., 7/8 In., AND 1-13/16In. THROATPLATE, WRENCH, A ND UPPERDRUM 1 In.
• Place switch in OFF position, remove switch key, WARNING: Your sander should never be and unplug your sander. connected to power supply when you are assembling parts; making adjustments; WARNING: Failure to unplug your sander changing, installing, or removing sanding could result in accidental starting, causing sleeves;...
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TO CHANGE/INSTALL 1/2 In. SANDING Note: Fin side of washer must always be installed SLEEVES down. The fins help push sawdust through the dust exhaust port opening, preventing buildup of See Figures 4 and 6. sawdust. Sawdust buildup in this area may cause •...
APPLICATIONS (Use only for the purposes listed below) • Sanding on wood surfaces. • Sanding plastics. WARNING: Do not use this sander for sanding metals. Sanding metals will cause sparks that will ignite wood and dust particles on sander, in the dust collector, or in workshop.
spinning sanding sleeve will tend to throw or bounce WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or the workpiece away from the sanding sleeve. This safety glasses with side shields when using your sander. Failure to do so could result in dust, could cause loss of control of workpiece.
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EXTENSION CORDS WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Craftsman replacement pads. Use of any other The usa of any extension cord will cause some loss of part may create a hazard or cause product power. To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent damage.
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CRAFTSMAN OSCILLATING SANDER - MODEL NUMBER 315.215700 The model number will be found on a plate attached to the rear of the cabinet. Always mention the model number in all correspondence regarding your OSCILLATING SANDER or when ordering repair parts.
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For repair of major brand appliances in your own home... no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM Anytime, day or night (1-800-469-4663) www.sears.com To bring in products such as vacuums, lawn equipment and electronics for repair, call for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Center. 1-800-488-1222 Anytime, day or night www.sears.com...
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